Kim Soo Hyun’s Agency Takes Strong Legal Step with Another Lawsuit Against Controversial YouTube Channel Spreading Rumors About the Actor and Late Kim Sae Ron
The controversy surrounding actor Kim Soo Hyun and the late Kim Sae Ron has escalated further. On March 24, 2025, Gold Medalist, Kim Soo Hyun’s agency, released a statement addressing new actions by the Garo Sero Research Institute. The agency has taken additional legal measures against the YouTube channel for reposting unauthorized photos and issuing threats against Disney+ regarding the upcoming drama “Knock Off,” which stars Kim Soo Hyun.
Background of the Legal Dispute
On March 20, 2025, Gold Medalist filed a complaint against Garo Sero Research Institute for violating the Act on Special Cases Concerning the Punishment of Sexual Crimes. The complaint was in response to the channel’s distribution of photos allegedly showing Kim Soo Hyun with his lower body exposed. Despite this legal action, Garo Sero continued their provocations.
Garo Sero’s Latest Actions
In their March 24 statement, Gold Medalist revealed that on March 21, 2025—just one day after the initial complaint—Garo Sero Research Institute reposted the same photos during a live broadcast on their YouTube channel. The agency condemned this move as a blatant disregard for the law:
“On the very next day after we filed the complaint, March 21, Garo Sero Research Institute once again posted the same photos during a live broadcast on their YouTube channel. This behavior by them constitutes another criminal act and shows blatant disregard for the law and investigative authorities. It is an unimaginable act.”— GOLD MEDALIST
Threats Against Disney+ and “Knock Off”
Garo Sero Research Institute went further by targeting Disney+ and the release of “Knock Off,” a new K-drama starring Kim Soo Hyun. During live broadcasts on March 21 and 22, the channel threatened to release a video featuring the actor if Disney+ proceeded with the drama’s launch. Gold Medalist detailed this in their statement:
“During the live broadcasts on March 21 and 22, they also mentioned Disney+’s original drama Knock Off, in which actor Kim Soo Hyun appears, and threatened that if Disney+ does not cancel the release of Knock Off, they would release a video featuring Kim Soo Hyun.”— GOLD MEDALIST
Gold Medalist’s Denial and Additional Legal Steps
The agency categorically denied the existence of any such video and accused Garo Sero of spreading false and damaging claims:
“Garo Sero Research Institute made insinuations that sounded as if actor Kim Soo Hyun had committed a crime similar to the Nth Room case and claimed there is a video recording of it. Like all of their previous claims, this is completely false, and of course, no such video exists. Their actions are serious criminal offenses that cannot be overlooked, and we have swiftly taken additional legal action against them.”— GOLD MEDALIST
Gold Medalist has since filed an additional complaint against Garo Sero Research Institute, this time citing intimidation under criminal law.
What’s Next?
As this legal battle continues, the focus remains on protecting Kim Soo Hyun’s reputation and ensuring the smooth release of “Knock Off” on Disney+. The agency’s firm stance underscores their commitment to combating these allegations head-on. Fans and viewers alike are left awaiting further developments in this unfolding saga.
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